Industrial Control Technician - Lift Stations

Salary : $26.88 - $38.48 Hourly

Location : Bradenton, FL

Job Type : Full-Time (Hourly)

Job Number : 25-00111

Department : Utilities Department

Opening Date : 01 / 31 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 10 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

General Information

Work Location : 4530 66th Street West, Bradenton, Florida 34210

Work Hours : Monday - Friday, 7 : 00 am - 3 : 30 pm

Performs a variety of advanced technical tasks relating to the installation, maintenance, or service of three phase electrical systems. Works with high voltages when installing, modifying, or repairing electrical equipment. Initiates troubleshooting of motor controls or repairs based on computerized radio telemetry reports or maintenance management system reports. Work is performed with considerable independence and reviewed for results obtained.

Working Conditions

Indoor / Outdoor work environment. Work requires significant physical exertion and / or physical strain, sometimes under adverse conditions or in inclement weather. High noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting equipment up to 50 lbs. alone; up to 75 lbs. with assistance. Ability to distinguish colors. Ability to climb and descend ladders. Periodically required to work other than normal business hours, including weekends and holidays.

Job Description

Essential Functions

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Performs maintenance, modification, repair, testing and installation of electrical fixtures and equipment in three phase industrial plants, including wiring, lighting, machinery, power appliances, overhead circuits, motors, relays, switches, and control boxes, including 480-V, AC applications, and DC applications.

Performs emergency repair of industrial motor control centers. May be required to assume responsibility for controlling electrical emergencies to prevent system failures.

Troubleshoots and repairs electro-mechanical equipment, motor control, and instrumentation. Recommends replacement when necessary.

Maintains, repairs, adjusts, and installs electrical motors, generators, automatic power transfer switches, variable frequency drives, radio telemetry systems, meters, timers, and control centers in industrial applications. Installs conduit, wall outlets, and fittings.

Detects causes of electrical failures, calculates line leads to determine wire and equipment size and capacity. Prepares sketches for electrical layout and installations. Analyzes telemetry reports to predict failures of monitored equipment.

Interprets and ensures compliance with existing electrical codes. Obtains internal safety permits and wire numbers. Performs all work following established code requirement and safety protocols.

May assist in the training of less-tenured Industrial Control Technicians.

Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Four (4) or more years of experience as an Industrial (non-residential) Electrician.

Valid driver license required, with valid Florida driver license required within 30 days of hire date.

Must be able to participate in a standby rotation schedule outside of normal shift hours, with the ability to respond to emergencies within a reasonable time frame.

More

Previous experience in troubleshooting industrial motor controls highly desired.

Journeyman License desired.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Able to prioritize tasks, deal effectively with competing and changing priorities, and meet deadlines. Accurate, detail-oriented, and organized. Able to resolve non-routine situations and problems that require analysis to understand.

Knowledge of the use and care of advanced tools, equipment and testing devices of the electrical trade, including working with high voltages.

Knowledge of specialized testing equipment, high voltage safety equipment, and specialized high voltage material for repair of high voltage equipment. Knowledge of indicators, controllers and other process sensing equipment.

Knowledge of radio telemetry systems with interface to electro-mechanical controls.

Knowledge of manufacturers and their equipment for interfacing new technical equipment with old existing equipment.

Able to read and interpret intricate electrical control schematics, blueprints, piping layouts, single line drawings, with some knowledge of electronic schematics.

Skill in the use of tools, materials and equipment used in the electrical trade.

Good knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance necessary to successfully perform job responsibilities, including National Electrical Codes (NEC)

Good knowledge and understanding of computer systems and software applications required to perform job duties.

Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills in order to interact professionally and effectively with staff, management, and other stakeholders.

Able to explain facts, policies, and practices.

Veterans Preference

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families.

EEO / ADA Statement

Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 941-748-4501 x 3865.

Drug-Free Workplace

Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

Emergency Response / Recovery Activities

All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

Full Time Positions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) :

• ComPsych- offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work / life balance support.
• LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.
• Five (5) free visits annually for employees and covered family members.

Wellbeing Benefits :

Miscellaneous Benefits :

Paid Time Off :

Vacation Award : Applies to employees regulary sceduled to work 8 hours per day / 40 hours per week.

Years of Service Vacation Days

0-5 16.25 days

6-10 19.50 days

11 22.75 days

Insurance :

Retirement :

Career Wellness :

Education Benefits :

Flexible Spending Account :

Permanent Part Time - Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) :

Miscellaneous Benefits :

Paid Time Off :

per pay-period basis, any work schedule less that this will be earned on

a pro-rated basis

VERY IMPORTANT - When answering supplemental questions about experience, education or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the Education, Work Experience and Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.

Must include Monthly Salary, Name of Employer, Location, Phone Number and Duties for each employer in Work Experience.

Note : "See Resume" is not acceptable.

Identify all gaps not related to medical reasons.

If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, please check category of eligibility

Which level of education have you achieved?

How many years of experience do you have as an Industrial (non-residential) Electrician?

Do you possess a valid Florida driver's license or have the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire?

This position requires participation in a standby rotation outside of normal shift hours, with the ability to respond to emergencies within a reasonable time frame. Do you understand this requirement and will you be able to participate as required?

Are you able to work in small confined structures underground and in the presence of raw sanitary sewage?

Are you licensed as a Journeyman Electrician? If yes, please list license number (be prepared to provide copy of license if interviewed). If no license, please type "N / A".

Please describe your troubleshooting experience working with 480 volt 3 phase and / or industrial motor controls. If no experience, please type "None".

Required Question

Salary : $27 - $38